The 720 MW Karot Hydropower project on the Jhelum River was the first investment by the Silk Road Fund in Pakistan. It is a key CPEC energy project that began commercial operations in 2022, providing clean energy to millions.
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The 'Loss and Damage' fund established at COP27 was a major diplomatic victory for Pakistan because:
Following the devastating 2022 floods that affected 33 million people, Pakistan used its chairmanship of the G77 plus China at COP27 to successfully lobby for a fund to compensate developing countries for climate-related disasters they did not cause.
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Who was the first Pakistani Prime Minister to visit Russia in 23 years, arriving in Moscow on the day the Ukraine conflict began in 2022?
Imran Khan's visit to Moscow in February 2022 was diplomatically awkward as it coincided with the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Pakistan has since maintained a neutral stance on the conflict, abstaining from UN resolutions while calling for a peaceful solution.
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Which international organization removed Pakistan from its 'Grey List' in October 2022 after four years?
FATF removed Pakistan from its increased monitoring list (Grey List) in October 2022. This followed Pakistan's successful completion of two action plans involving 34 items related to anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT).
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Which major mining project's international legal dispute was resolved in 2022, leading to a new investment deal with Barrick Gold?
The Reko Diq project in Balochistan was stalled for over a decade due to legal battles. In 2022, the government settled the $11 billion international penalty and signed a new agreement with Barrick Gold, marking a significant milestone for Pakistan’s foreign investment climate.
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Which Prime Minister of Pakistan was the first to visit Russia in 23 years, arriving on the eve of the Ukraine conflict in 2022?
Imran Khan's visit to Moscow in February 2022 was aimed at expanding energy and economic ties. However, the timing (coinciding with the invasion of Ukraine) created a significant diplomatic headache for Pakistan in its relations with the West.
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Pakistan's 'Reko Diq' project settlement in 2022 was significant for foreign policy because it:
Resolving the Reko Diq legal battle was essential for restoring the confidence of international investors. The settlement and the new joint venture with Barrick Gold are seen as a test case for Pakistan's ability to protect large-scale foreign direct investment (FDI).
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Pakistan's membership in the 'FATF' was secured after its removal from the 'Grey List' in:
Pakistan was removed from the FATF Grey List in October 2022 after successfully implementing two action plans. The current challenge is to remain off the list by maintaining high standards in anti-money laundering (AML) and countering the financing of terrorism (CFT).
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The 'Loss and Damage' fund established at COP27 was a result of Pakistan's leadership of which group?
Following the 2022 floods, Pakistan used its chairmanship of the G77 plus China to lobby for a fund to compensate developing nations for climate-related disasters. This was a major foreign policy achievement in climate diplomacy, though the actual flow of funds into the country remains a challenge.
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Which Pakistani journalist's murder in Kenya in 2022 sparked a massive outcry from media and civil society regarding the safety of exiled journalists?
Arshad Sharif, a prominent investigative journalist, was killed in Kenya after fleeing Pakistan due to security threats. His death led to a Supreme Court Suo Motu and remains a symbol of the dangers faced by journalists who criticize the state establishment.
